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Laura Figi

Senior City Editor, ATXtoday

Laura Figi has called Austin home for more than 12 years and has been known to say it’s her “favorite city in the world.” A proud graduate of Texas State University, she’s been working in local news since 2020. When she’s not working and learning about the community, you can find her at the local thrift shop, spending time with her two cats, or listening to live music.

Celebrate the local legend by learning dozens of facts about his life.
Fans of all things freaky will want to read these three urban legends in the Twin City — and we’re not skimping on the scares.
Spoiler alert, there were far fewer 100º days in 2024 than 2023. Get your final guesses ready, because we’re not expecting any more to hit this year.
How well do you know ATX? We’re bringing you some fun facts about the city and its history. If you’re a trivia master (or local enthusiast), give this a try.
The Austin-based entrepreneur created a gameified, turf war-style app that lets folks challenge each other to “claim” areas of town as they exercise.
Learn about the different elements of altar creation and how to create your own at home.
Fans of all things freaky will want to read these five urban legends in Austin places — and we’re not skimping on the scares.
From Peter Pan to a Texas Rollergirl, we’ve got your tips for being the best-dressed pumpkin at the party.
Get to know the founder of FORE Kids ATX, an annual charity event, and the UGLI Foundation, which seeks to end bullying in schools forever.
In observance of the zodiac’s most passionate sign, these events will have you counting your lucky stars to know Scorpios.
The parade and festival — hosted by the Mexic-Arte Museum and city of Austin — will hit the streets on Saturday, Oct. 26.
Austin Food & Wine Festival is coming up and we’re ready to dig in. Let us help you maximize your time at this annual celebration of eats.
We’re partying like it’s our birthday... because it is.
City Editors Figi and Morgan took a fully autonomous Waymo ride with products communications manager Chris Bonelli to answer questions about AVs.
The fourth-generation Austinite Baltierra sisters and “Soy Chingona” musicians have been performing in Austin for more than a decade.
The new location of The Flower Shop will be the hospitality group’s first venture outside of New York City, and open before this weekend.
Party like it’s your birthday with these gifts from nearby businesses to you.
Tally up your Austin experience score based on how many landmarks, music venues, and festivals you have visited since living in the Capital City.
Plus, you’ll want to find your friendly neighborhood city editors at ACL for a chance to answer some trivia questions and win a friendship bracelet.
The world-famous music festival is just around the corner — read up on a few updates you may have missed recently.
Consider these landmarks our Hollywood signs.
Navigating your first state fair or trying to avoid the same mistakes from last year? We’ve got you covered.
‘Tis the season to celebrate the Libras in your life with these events for the zodiac’s most balanced sign.
You can help millions of migrating birds safely reach their destinations by taking a few simple steps.
Help raise money for healthcare while you enjoy performances from some of your favorite local musicians like Ray Benson and Shinyribs.
We don’t mean to sound like a broken record, but ACL 2024 is just around the corner and we’re here to help you enjoy the festival to the fullest.
Expect big writers like Matthew McConaughey, Malcolm Gladwell, Ernest Cline, and 200+ more to attend the 2024 Texas Book Festival.
It’s not just us who love Austin — dozens of celebrities have chosen to forgo New York and Los Angeles in favor of the Capital City.
Back for the third year, Austin Coffee Festival will showcase some of the top coffee, tea, and chai purveyors in the country.
The winning hotels were chosen for their excellence in hospitality, service, beauty, personality, and going the extra mile.